Epidemiological studies indicate that fish consumption during pregnancy leads to improved
neurodevelopment. This suggests that the beneficial nutrients in fish may offset the adverse …

The quantity and composition of fatty acids (FAs) in milk can influence an infant's growth and
development through maternal diet. Therefore, associations between maternal diet and FA …

Objectives Prenatal exposure of long chain polyunsaturated fatty acids (LCPUFA) are
essential for normal fetal growth and neurodevelopment. Availability of LCPUFA depends …

In recent years, several studies have addressed the issue of prenatal exposure to
methylmercury (MeHg); however, few have actually analysed MeHg blood concentrations …

Abstract Objectives Mercury (Hg), a ubiquitous heavy metal, could affect the
neurodevelopment of the children, however, these associations are still equivocal. Brain …

This study aims to evaluate the level of mercury in the breast milk of Moroccan mothers and
its association with several maternal parameters and habits, and to estimate the daily intake …

To balance the risks and benefits of fish consumption, selenium, fatty acids (DHA+ EPA),
and mercury in fishery products were determined. Analyzed products were canned tuna …

The maternal diet and living environment can affect levels of chemical elements and fatty
acid (FA) composition and their stable isotopes (δ 13 C FA) in human milk. Information …

RESUMO A realidade obstétrica no país vem sofrendo alterações significativas nos últimos
dois anos. Desde 1970 tem sido crescente o número de cesarianas no país e no mundo …

Background: Growing the human brain requires all necessary nutrients to form and maintain,
so the development of cognitive functions of infants and children depends on adequate …